Head Chef – Corporate Hospitality. EC3, London. We are seeking an experienced and talented Head Chef to join our corporate hospitality team in the EC3 area of London, working exclusively for a prestigious corporate client.. This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef with a strong background in corporate hospitality who is looking for a stable, rewarding Monday-to-Friday role with an excellent work-life balance..
Position Details
- Full-time position.
- Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 4:00pm.
- Based in EC3, London.
- Occasional evening events (approximately 6–10 per year) included within the role.
The Role
The successful candidate will be confident in delivering a wide range of high-quality food offerings, including:.
- Hot and cold buffets.
- Healthy lunch options.
- Formal lunches.
- Sandwich and wrap selections.
- Occasional breakfast service.
- Canapes.
- Events.
You will work with fresh, seasonal ingredients and be responsible for creating varied, creative menus while maintaining budget expectations and adapting to changing schedules when required..
Key Responsibilities
- Menu planning and development.
- Food purchasing and supplier management.
- Stock control and budgeting.
- Maintaining kitchen cleanliness and hygiene standards.
- Leading and supporting a small kitchen team.
- Reporting to the Chef Director and be responsible for staff training and motivation.
You will manage two team members:
- Sous Chef.
- Kitchen Porter.
The kitchen workload can vary, with some periods being very busy and others considerably quieter..
Benefits
- Excellent work-life balance.
- Fridays are rarely worked.
- During quieter periods, there are many paid days where attendance is not required. *(For example, last year there were approximately 80 paid non-working days.)*.
- 28 days annual holiday including bank holidays.
- Staff pension scheme.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has previous corporate hospitality experience.
- Is passionate about showcasing their culinary talent.
- Works well as part of a team.
- Is enthusiastic, organised, and adaptable.
- Takes pride in delivering high standards consistently.
- Produce and plan menus that are in line with clients high expectations.
- Previous experience in corporate catering would be advantageous.
If you are an experienced Head Chef looking for a unique opportunity within a professional corporate environment, we would love to hear from you..
- Experience: Required
- Employment: Full-time
- Schedule: Monday - Friday 7am - 4pm
- Salary: £43,000 – £45,000 yearly
- Starting time: Immediate start!
About Nutmeg Catering
A small family run business working for a major client within The City of London. Providing all client hospitality
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